August 28, 2012
by jennifer
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Three years ago we started getting a special knock on our door every time someone in our family celebrated a birthday. That special knock always comes from the same person, and she’s always holding in her hand a handwritten birthday … Continue reading
May 1, 2012
by jennifer
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Last week I shared photos of my girls prepping for a last-minute birthday party for a friend. The joy we all found in scurrying around to prepare was increased when our friends arrived. It was a perfect evening. And yet, … Continue reading
December 3, 2011
by jennifer
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Honestly, it was a miracle that this baby shower happened at all. With the stomach flu making its way through our family all week I was amazed that no one was sick on the day of the shower. Somehow I … Continue reading
November 23, 2011
by jennifer
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About a year and a half ago I had an “aha” moment and made some ribbon napkin rings. I made more a couple of weeks later for my brother’s graduation party. Last week I remembered them and thought that it … Continue reading
October 10, 2011
by jennifer
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A couple of weeks ago when my brother got married, I mentioned that we also hosted a gathering for another brother. He and his little family traveled from Mississippi to be with us, and while they were here they blessed … Continue reading
August 12, 2011
by jennifer
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Last night we celebrated the two year old in our family. I wrote here about my feelings heading into this birthday celebration and feel grateful that the little details turned out well enough that I feel happy about them. As … Continue reading
August 10, 2011
by jennifer
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I neglected to post about out little evening birthday party for my 3rd daughter last week. I love seven year olds. They’re helpful, sweet, teachable. It’s an awesome year if you’ve got a 7 year old in your house. After … Continue reading
July 1, 2011
by jennifer
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Are you getting together with family or friends for your 4th of July celebration? If you’re going somewhere as a guest, consider taking along a small gift for your hostess. If you’re the one hosting you could send your guests … Continue reading
June 30, 2011
by jennifer
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Holidays and food seem to go together. Every holiday is made festive by adding a few touches of personality to your table. Over the years I’ve learned to watch for items that will work for many occasions and holidays. I … Continue reading
June 29, 2011
by jennifer
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A fun way to dress up any gathering is to serve food or drinks in unusual containers. It gets attention, looks festive, prompts conversation and generally makes everything more fun. Don’t you love those red labels? They had me at … Continue reading
